Pesto Pasta Recipe
Fettuccine tossed with a creamy pesto sauce
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Sauce
Method
Cooking Instructions
Cook the Fettuccine
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Pesto Sauce
In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and garlic cloves. Pulse until finely chopped.
Blend with Olive Oil
With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Mix in Heavy Cream
In a large mixing bowl, combine the pesto with the heavy cream and stir until well blended.
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked fettuccine to the pesto sauce and toss until the pasta is evenly coated.
Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.